Glass Candleholder
CPSC Recall #03-001 — September 30, 2002
Product
Glass Candleholder
Description
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In cooperation with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Pier 1 Imports, of Fort Worth, Texas, is voluntarily recalling about 9,200 candleholders. The Giant Champagne Glass-Shaped Floating Candleholder is made of mouth-blown recycled glass and is intended for use with floating candles. The candleholder can unexpectedly shatter and cause cuts to consumers.The recalled Giant Champagne Glass-Shaped Floating Candleholder is about 17 1/4-inches high by 13-inches in diameter. The green candleholders were made in Spain. The price sticker on the bottom of the candleholder reads "SKU#1884160."
Hazard
The candleholder can unexpectedly shatter and cause cuts to consumers.
Incidents / Injuries
Pier 1 has received two reports of the glass candleholder shattering. No injuries have been reported.
Remedy
Firm no longer in business. Recall remedy no longer available. Discard the product.
Units Affected
About 9,200
Sold At
Pier 1 Imports sold the candleholders through their retail stores and on-line nationwide from January 2002 through May 2002 for about $25.
Manufactured In
Spain